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Written question asked by John Nicolson (Scottish National Party) on Tuesday, 21 July 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 September 2020. It was answered by John Whittingdale (Conservative) on Thursday, 3 September 2020 on behalf of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.


Local Press and Radio: Advertising

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of the Advertising Association's proposals for an advertising tax credit for local radio stations and news publications.

Answer

Advertising is a central driver of the UK economy and government is committed to supporting the continued growth of the industry across the whole of the UK. Government is evaluating a range of measures to meet this goal, including an advertising tax credit.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
77680
Session
2019-21
Related items
Local Press and Radio: Advertising
Wednesday, 24 February 2021
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Advertising Radio Local broadcasting Tax allowances Local press
Link
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